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On Monday, Hema Malini received the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of her late husband Dharmendra for his contribution to Bollywood, The legendary actor passed away in November 2025 at the age of 89.

US intelligence reports say Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is operating from an undisclosed, heavily secured location amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict, limiting his public visibility.

Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay reviewed legal options against Karnataka’s Mekedatu dam project, reiterating concerns that the Cauvery reservoir could affect farmers and downstream water flow.

India’s security agencies claim that Shahzad Bhatti functions as more than just a gangster. Investigators allege he acts as a conduit between criminal syndicates and extremist operatives, and uses social media and encrypted communication platforms to expand his reach across India.

RCB pacer Yash Dayal, currently out on bail in POCSO and rape cases, said the franchise still sees him as part of their plans and that he remains in regular contact with coach Dinesh Karthik.

In a historic first, head coach Luis de la Fuente has named a Barcelona-heavy Spain World Cup squad with zero Real Madrid players. Lamine Yamal and Mikel Merino headline the 26-man roster.

Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are reportedly engaged and are planning an intimate winter wedding in the UK. Read to know more.

In a historic manifesto, the Pope calls for the "disarming" of AI, warning that autonomous weapons and an algorithmic arms race threaten global peace.

Turkish riot police ​fired tear gas and forced their way into the main opposition party's headquarters to evict its ousted leadership on ‌Sunday, fuelling a crisis at the heart of Turkey's democracy. Clouds of tear gas billowed within the Republican People's Party (CHP) building while those inside shouted and threw objects at the entrance as police broke through a makeshift barricade. There were no reports of injuries during the intervention.

Security agencies suspect that a group of two to three Pakistani terrorists remains cornered inside the thick forest terrain, following which more troops from the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and paramilitary forces were sent to reinforce the ongoing counter-terror operation.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government was closely monitoring the impact of the West Asia crisis on fuel, fertiliser and foreign exchange pressures, while maintaining that India’s economic fundamentals remained resilient.

During an event, Vijay Sethupathi opened up about his concerns regarding the current state of the Tamil film industry and suggested two ideas to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for supporting filmmakers.

Masterclass in power-hitting! Check out the top 5 batsmen with the most sixes in the IPL 2026 league stage, led by Rajasthan Royals' record-breaking teenage prodigy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

A severe hailstorm has caused widespread damage to orchards and crops across Kashmir's Lolab Valley. Read the latest updates on the agricultural impact.

The Manipuri film Boong, which attained global recognition earlier this year for its BAFTA win found a mention at the recenet UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination (GS Paper 1). Here's why.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif and army chief Asim Munir met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to mediate an end to the Iran war. Pakistan previously hosted US-Iran talks, and China expressed willingness to work with Islamabad to restore long-term peace and stability in the Middle East.

The latest global box office report shows a major win for the franchise as a new Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu continues to dominate theatres worldwide. The film is drawing strong audience turnout across regions, strengthening the Star Wars universe’s theatrical pull. Meanwhile, other releases like the music biopic Michael continue to perform steadily, keeping competition alive in cinemas and highlighting a strong global entertainment recovery.

Google has announced its entry into the AI smart glasses market, partnering with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker to launch its own intelligent eyewear.

A fresh controversy has erupted in the United States after the State Department deleted a post on a question linked to anti-Indian rhetoric, sparking political backlash and diplomatic attention. Marco Rubio responded to the row by saying “every country has stupid people,” while stressing that such remarks do not represent America as a whole.